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‘Tis the season to celebrate new holiday movie releases — and Lifetime is ready for the festive season with its annual “It’s a Wonderful Lifetime” lineup.
The network announced on Thursday, October 16, that the Lifetime Channel will release 12 new holiday-inspired movies beginning Saturday, November 29, and running through Saturday, December 20.
Brandy Norwood is set to kick off the lineup with Christmas Everyday, while One Tree Hill alum James Lafferty is one of the stars of the final feature, A Pickleball Christmas.
Lifetime will also air a thriller on its LMN channel in December for those who want thrills and chills this season. Josh Henderson and Ciara Hanna will star in the not-so-jolly Christmas film, Do You Fear What I Fear, premiering on Thursday, December 4.
Scroll down for the complete 2025 “It’s a Wonderful Lifetime” lineup:
‘Christmas Everyday’
Stars: Brandy Norwood, Sy’rai Smith, Debbi Morgan and Robert C Riley
Logline: “Following the death of her father, Fancy (Norwood) has been more determined than ever to uphold her father’s cherished Christmas traditions as her mother Evelyn (Morgan) has also begun losing her sight. But things aren’t a smooth ride as Fancy simultaneously is planning her bridezilla baby sister, Belle’s (Smith) wedding. When a water pipe bursts and disrupts the fairytale wedding plans, Fancy finds herself unexpectedly drawn to the rugged, yet charming, contractor Jaylen (Riley) who is tasked with renovating the house. Through all the chaos, she learns valuable lessons about faith, family, and the true meaning of Christmas.”
Premiere Date: Saturday, November 29, at 8 p.m. ET.
‘The Christmas Campaign’
Stars: Vivica A. Fox, Jackée Harry, Chelsea Rose Brooks and Austen Jaye
Logline: “Kayleigh Brooks (Brooks) is a driven, no-nonsense digital advertising executive who thrives on competition, while her counterpart, Darren Morgan (Jaye), is a laid-back strategist with a creative flair. Their boss, Monique (Fox) puts them together to come up with a fun and festive spin on a holiday sales pitch for their top client, Santa’s Pajamas. Sparks fly — not only in the office but in their rivalry to nail the pitch. Kayleigh wants it all, and Alex is determined to win — no matter the cost. As they battle it out, their personal lives collide with their professional ambitions, and neither expects that the key to success might just be each other. From a Christmas Toy Drive to a family dinner full of surprises where Kayleigh introduces Darren to Denise (Harry), her mom, the two clash and connect in a series of moments that are both funny and heartfelt. But when their competition turns into something more, will their growing feelings for each other survive the pressure?”
Premiere Date: Saturday, November 29, at 10 p.m. ET.
‘Do You Fear What I Fear’
Stars: Ciara Hanna and Josh Henderson
Logline: “When Claire (Hanna) lands her dream job in the city, she thinks she’s finally escaped her picture- perfect Christmas hometown. But her fresh start turns chilling when eerie holiday decorations begin appearing in her apartment … each one a message from someone who knows her too well. Who is the dangerous Secret Santa watching her? Is it her charming new neighbor? The ex who won’t let go? To find out, Claire will have to turn the tables and set a trap of her own.”
Premiere Date: Thursday, December 4, at 8 p.m. ET.
*This movie will be available only on LMN (Lifetime Movie Network).
‘Jingle All the Way to Love’
Stars: Erin Agostino and Romaine Waite
Logline: “Andi Kelton (Agostino) receives a lucky sleigh bell from a handsome stranger at a New Year’s party, only to pass it on. Years later, now a lawyer, Andi wins a radio contest where the host, Jake (Waite), turns the story of the sleigh bell and stranger into a segment, as listeners help track down her mystery man before Christmas.”
Premiere Date: Friday, December 5, at 8 p.m. ET.
‘A Christmas Cookbook’
Stars: Ashley Newbrough and Franco Lo Presti
Logline: “Newly single at Christmas, Veronica Cearley (Newbrough) finds unexpected comfort in The X-Mas Club — a festive group of food lovers who cook, give back, and celebrate the season solo. But when sparks fly with the club’s warm-hearted founder, Cullen Murdock (Lo Presti), she realizes that the best part of Christmas might not be the food or the traditions — but the people who feel like home.”
Premiere Date: Friday, December 5, at 10 p.m. ET.
‘Deck the Hallways’
Stars: Loretta Devine, Naika Toussaint and Jamie M. Callica
Logline: “Zoe (Toussaint), a Bay Area tech exec, returns to Chicago to visit her grandmother Agnes (Devine), who’s traded old traditions for bold new adventures — including canceling the cherished holiday party her late husband started. Missing the festive warmth of her childhood, Zoe teams up with her charming childhood crush, Jace (Callica), and their 5th Floor neighbors to revive the celebration. As sparks fly between Zoe and Jace, a last-minute cancellation threatens the fun, but Agnes steps up. Together, the building rallies for a joyful Christmas Eve — showing that holiday spirit, new memories, and maybe even new love are made by those bold enough to keep traditions alive.”
Premiere Date: Saturday, December 6, at 8 p.m. ET.
‘Merry Missed Connection’
Stars: Emily Alatalo and Andrew Bushell
Logline: “Marie (Alatalo) has it all, including an in-depth account of her life from the last 24 years. So, when she goes to a speed dating event in a last-ditch effort to find a man to take home for Christmas, she takes her diary with her, complete with her list of dos and don’ts she’s compiled over the years, just for reference. But in the midst of the event, she puts her diary down and picks up the wrong one. Will the star-crossed diaries and potential soulmates find their way back to each other for Christmas?”
Premiere Date: Saturday, December 6, at 10 p.m. ET.
‘A Runaway Bride for Christmas’ (Working Title)
Stars: Nischelle Turner and Mark Ghanime
Logline: “When runaway bride Emma (Turner) seeks refuge in the only town she’s ever called home, she unexpectedly falls for her former high school crush, Mitch (Ghanime) — who’s hiding his own heartbreak. But when her ex arrives, determined to win her back, she must decide if she’s brave enough to risk her heart again before Christmas.”
Premiere Date: Friday, December 12, at 8 p.m. ET.
‘Christmas in Alaska’
Stars: Emma Johnson and Marcus Rosner
Logline: “Rival journalists competing for the same lucrative promotion find themselves stuck together in snowy Alaska after their plane is forced to make an emergency landing. As Megan (Johnson) follows her young son’s festive bucket list, and Oliver (Rosner) puts his family issues aside to help save his sister’s inn, they find themselves caught up in a totally unexpected Christmas romance.”
Premiere Date: Friday, December 12, at 10 p.m. ET.
‘Thank God: Christmas at Keller Ranch’
Stars: Arielle Kebbel and Tyler Hilton (executive produced Kane Brown and wife Katelyn Brown)
Logline: “After pro-hockey player Wes Campbell (Hilton), suffers an injury during a high-profile game just three weeks before Christmas, he is referred to Keller Ranch in Nashville to recover. There he meets no-nonsense rancher Maggie Keller (Kebbel), a single-mom to son Dawson (Eshan Lyall) and equestrian-assisted therapist. Despite his initial skepticism, Wes is desperate to return to the ice and decides to give equine therapy a shot. As Maggie manages to break down Wes’ walls, he also helps her heal from the grief of her husband’s death. But as an unexpected romance blossoms between the two, will it go the distance or is it just a holiday fling?”
Premiere Date: Saturday, December 13, at 8 p.m. ET.
‘Rodeo Christmas Romance’
Stars: Rebecca Dalton and Corey Sevier
Logline: “When fiercely independent equestrian, Emma (Dalton) finds herself ranch-sitting for a friend while caring for her injured horse over Christmas, she clashes with a brooding veteran, Noal (Sevier) — only to discover that the magic of the season may be what they need to heal their hearts.”
Premiere Date: Saturday, December 13, at 10 p.m. ET.
‘Sweet Holiday Romance’
Stars: Erin Karpluk and Christopher Russell
Logline: “Amanda (Karpluk), a world-renowned pastry chef, is worried she’s losing her edge. Wanting to re-claim her title as the Queen of Christmas Cookies, she enters the Chicago Christmas Market Christmas Cookie Competition, which requires that bakers pair up with other businesses to create the best confections. Knowing she’ll find inspiration in her hometown of Paisley, Amanda decides to pair with The Little Shop of Fudge, a staple in the community. Little does she know, the owner, Jackie, has left her handsome nephew, Simon (Russell), in charge of operations and he doesn’t have a clue about making fudge. With Jackie away, Simon and Amanda must work together to recreate Jackie’s world-famous fudge in time for the competition, learning that their opposite philosophies just might make for a sweet and savory romance.”
Premiere Date: Friday, December 19, at 8 p.m. ET.
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‘A Pickleball Christmas’
Stars: Zibby Allen and James Lafferty
Logline: “Fresh off the biggest win of his career, tennis star Luke Hollis (Lafferty) heads home to Florida for Christmas, only to discover his family’s racquet club is on the verge of being sold. Teaming up with Caroline (Allen), the club’s pickleball coach, Luke reluctantly agrees to compete in a high-stakes holiday tournament that could save the club. As sparks fly both on and off the court, Luke realizes the greatest victory might just be love, family, and a new chapter at home.”
Premiere Date: Saturday, December 20, 8 p.m. ET.
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